Sat Mar 29 07:00:00 UTC 2025: **Municipality Cuts Off Sewage to Enforce Property Tax Payments**
Hyderabad, March 29 – Residents of Rajiv Gandhi Nagar in the Nizampet Municipal Corporation are protesting after authorities shut off their sewage lines for non-payment of property taxes. The drastic measure, affecting residents of divisions 15 and 16, is part of a wider campaign to collect outstanding taxes before the deadline.
Municipal officials stated they have been promoting the tax payment through various media channels for the past month, even providing transportation to assist residents. However, claiming a lack of response, they resorted to cutting off essential services. Residents, however, argue that the action is heavy-handed and question whether cutting off basic amenities is justified for late payments, suggesting they would pay within the next few days.
Local representatives and ruling party leaders are demanding the immediate restoration of the sewage lines. Nizampet Municipal Corporation Commissioner Sabir Ali defended the action, stating it is in line with government policy. The incident has sparked outrage among residents who accuse the authorities of employing coercive tactics. The situation highlights the ongoing tension between the municipality and residents over property tax collection.
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